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GRIP it,
RIP it
There's a new big stick going into golfers' bags after PING released its G440 K driver for 2026
BY BEN KARPINSKI
'A record-setting moment of inertia (MOI) for a PING driver makes the new G440 K the company's straightest and most forgiving model to date, while delivering golfers faster ball speeds and centre of gravity-shifting adjustability for more distance,' said PING CEO and President John K. Solheim.
'We're hearing a lot of great comments about how forgiving and straight the new G440 K driver is, which ultimately leads to more distance for the golfer,' said Solheim. 'It's fun to hear that feedback, and we're excited to get the 'K' into the hands of more golfers.'
'Our record-setting combined MOI in the G440 K driver is primarily attributed to the new carbon crown and sole called Dual Carbonfly Wrap, which provides significant weight savings that are optimized elsewhere in the club. Among the key advancements from our previous highest-MOI driver, the G430 MAX 10K, is a heavier, adjustable back weight that positions the centre of gravity (CG) location for higher ball speeds and the ability to influence ball flight by moving the weight into one of three locations. Refinements to our T9S+ face structure provide higher, more consistent ball speeds across the face, leading to greater distance.'
G440 K DRIVER SPECS
Head volume: 460cc
Head weight: 203g
Lofts: 9°, 10.5°, 12° (adjustable ±1.5°)
Std. swing weight: D3
Std. length: 46' (Alta CB Blue 50); 45 1/2' (PING Tour 2.0 Chrome/Black and optional stock)
Stock shafts: PING Alta CB (counter-balanced) Blue 50 (SR, R, S), PING Alta Quick 35/45 (HL build)
Optional stock shafts: PING Tour 2.0 Chrome 65 (R, S, X), PING Tour 2.0 Black 65 (S, X), Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Black 65/75 (S, X), PRJX Denali Red 50 (5.5, 6.0), PRJX Denali Red 60 (5.5, 6.0, 6.5)
Stock grip: Golf Pride 360 Tour Velvet in six sizes (Blue -1/16″, Red -1/32″, Aqua -1/64″, White-Std, Gold +1/32″, Orange +1/16″)
GET CUSTOM FITTED!
The G440 K driver joins the G440 family of drivers (MAX, SFT, LST), each custom fitted and custom built to fit a variety of skill levels. 'The 'K' is a great addition to the G440 driver line, providing another custom-fitting option loaded with innovations,' says Solheim. 'We encourage golfers to experience a PING driver custom fitting with one of our expert fitters who've been trained in our fitting techniques and are equipped with our fitting tools. They'll analyze your launch-monitor results to help find the G440 driver that best fits your game. Whether it's the new K, the MAX, the LST or SFT, there's a PING G440 driver for every golfer.'
RANDOM REVIEWS
'Somehow, Ping has done it again with the G440 K. It has taken arguably the most forgiving and stable driver on the market and made meaningful refinements. The addition of the adjustable back weight provides an element of customisation that serious golfers will appreciate, and the acoustic is a touch friendlier than the original. The G440 K is an exceptional performer for those who prioritise forgiveness above all else, but are not prepared to sacrifice speed to get it.' – golfmonthly.com
'A 10 000 MOI driver, with draw bias tendencies and CG adjustability makes it near unbeatable for the everyday golfer who has an inconsistent strike pattern and right-sided miss. If you have a left miss, this could work, but I'd likely push you to other drivers. I would have loved if Ping made the 7.5° degree head available to retail for the faster players, but for most people the 9° degree head will work perfectly.' – todays-golfer.com
'The G440K feels like the culmination of Ping's decades-long MOI chase – a driver that doesn't force players to choose between speed, forgiveness and sound. It isn't flashy, but like the G-series lineage that came before it, this one is built to deliver what matters most: more consistency, more confidence and a few extra fairways even when the strike isn't perfect.' – golfweek.usatoday.com
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